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Tumbala, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Tumbala is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 3,227. Elevation: 4,911 ft (1,497 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

3,227 Population 29/sq mi density
4,911 ft Elevation 1,497 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
96.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Tumbala

The Tumbala climbing rat is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae.
It is found in Mexico, where it is known only from one locality in Tumbalá, Chiapas. The species is threatened by deforestation.

People

Population3,227
Density29/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain96.2 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation4,911 ft (1,497 m)
Population3,227
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation4,911 ft (1,497 m)
Coordinates17.2775°, -92.3170°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation96.2 inches (2,444 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tumbala

Tumbala is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 3,227. The city sits at an elevation of 4,911 feet (1,497 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 103 business establishments.

Income: Tumbala vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)103

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tumbala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 338 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 96.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,911 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.1°F
43% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days338 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,911 ft (1,497 m)
Area111.7 sq mi (289.3 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates17.2775°N, 92.3170°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 96.2"
153% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 15.47"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.07"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

117 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M5.8 on May 5, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 132 km
Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 143 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 87 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 101 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 126 km
Jun 19, 2021 11 km NE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M5.4 137 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 137 km
Jul 25, 2021 Mexico-Guatemala border region M5.0 145 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 124 km
Feb 9, 2010 10 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M4.9 140 km
Mar 31, 1997 2 km NE of La Concordia, Mexico M4.8 133 km
Jan 31, 1990 2 km SW of Ignacio Zaragoza, Mexico M4.7 144 km
Jan 3, 1998 15 km WNW of Plan de Ayala, Mexico M4.7 142 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 95 km
Nov 14, 2012 7 km SSW of Nuevo Juan del Grijalva, Mexico M4.6 115 km
Mar 12, 2010 6 km N of Plan de Ayala, Mexico M4.6 126 km
Jul 28, 2010 0 km NNW of Ignacio Zaragoza, Mexico M4.6 142 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 69 km
Apr 12, 2010 4 km SSE of Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico M4.6 112 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Barbara (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 207 km
2011 Nate Category 1 269 km
2010 Karl Category 2 278 km
2007 Dean Category 2 259 km
2005 Stan Category 1 285 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 262 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 50.0 m (164 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 JUAN DE GRIJALVA, CHIAPAS Meteorological 50.0 m 19 96 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (97 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 97 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in
March 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 3.4 in
May 76°F (24°C) 6.0 in
June 75°F (24°C) 12.2 in
July 79°F (26°C) 9.7 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 11.8 in
September 73°F (23°C) 15.5 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 12.3 in
November 69°F (21°C) 7.1 in
December 67°F (19°C) 5.8 in Coldest

Tumbala has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 67°F in December to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 95.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.5") and March the driest (3.1").

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Schools in Tumbala

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria "Guadalupe Victoria"
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Clinics in Tumbala

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

C.E.S.S.A "Dr Manuel Velazco Suárez"

Airports Near Tumbala

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International AirportVSALarge Airport
Angel Albino Corzo International AirportTGZMedium Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
El Blanquillo AirportSmall Airport
Jorge Efrain AirportSmall Airport
La Florida AirportSmall Airport
La Pista AirportSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Los Bravos De Bonfil AirportSmall Airport
Mayorga AirportSmall Airport
Monterrey AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
Pista LeoSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Xiquipilli AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tumbala

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tumbala

What is the population of Tumbala?

Tumbala has a population of 3,227 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 111.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tumbala?

Tumbala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 338 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.2 inches.

How is the job market in Tumbala?

The job market in Tumbala is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 103 business establishments in the area.

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